The National Church: Essays On Its History And Constitution, And Criticisms Of Its Present Administration (1908)

The National Church: Essays On Its History And Constitution, And Criticisms Of Its Present Administration is a book written by H. Hensley Henson and published in 1908. The book is a collection of essays that provides a comprehensive analysis of the history and constitution of the National Church, as well as criticisms of its present administration. Henson, who was an Anglican bishop and theologian, explores the origins and development of the Church of England, from its early roots in the Catholic Church to its establishment as the national church of England. He also discusses the role of the monarchy in the church, the relationship between the church and the state, and the controversies surrounding the church's governance.In addition to his historical analysis, Henson offers a critique of the church's present administration, focusing on issues such as the appointment of bishops, the role of the laity, and the church's stance on social and political issues. He argues that the church must adapt to the changing needs of society and be more responsive to the concerns of its members.Overall, The National Church provides a thought-provoking and insightful examination of the history, constitution, and administration of the Church of England, and offers valuable insights into the challenges facing the church in the modern era.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.